September weather forecast
Rockyford, SD

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Weather in September

The first month of the autumn, September, is also a moderately hot month in Rockyford, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 77°F (25°C) and 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Temperature

With the onset of September, Rockyford experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature gently receding from 85.6°F (29.8°C) in August to a still moderately hot 77°F (25°C). Rockyford's September nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Humidity

In September, the average relative humidity is 49%.

Rainfall

In Rockyford, in September, it is raining for 6.1 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 86.7 rainfall days, and 13.66" (347mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. September is the first month it typically snows. Throughout September, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 47.4 snowfall days, and 22.72" (577mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in September is 12h and 29min.
On the first day of September, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 7:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:32 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Rockyford, the average sunshine in September is 10.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in September is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 4 in September suggests the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Rockyford in September?

An average high-temperature, in September, in Rockyford, is 77°F (25°C) and the average low-temperature is 55.9°F (13.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in September?

In September, the average relative humidity is 49%.

How many days does it rain in September?

In September, in Rockyford, the rain falls for 6.1 days. Throughout September, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

September is the first month it typically snows. Throughout September, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Rockyford have in September?

In September, the average day length is 12h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in September?

On the first day of September, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 7:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:32 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in September?

The average sunshine duration in September is 10.2h.

What is the UV index reading in September?

The average daily maximum UV index in September is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in September
Rockyford, SD

Average temperature in September - Rockyford, SD
  • Average high temperature in September: 77°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 55.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

Average pressure in September
Rockyford, SD

Average pressure in September - Rockyford, SD
  • Average pressure in September: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in September
Rockyford, SD

Average wind speed in September - Rockyford, SD
  • Average wind speed in September: 11.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.2mph).

Average humidity in September
Rockyford, SD

Average humidity in September - Rockyford, SD
  • Average humidity in September: 49%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (48%).

Average rainfall in September
Rockyford, SD

Average rainfall in September - Rockyford, SD
  • Average rainfall in September: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in September
Rockyford, SD

Average rainfall days in September - Rockyford, SD
  • Average rainfall days in September: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in September
Rockyford, SD

Average snowfall in September - Rockyford, SD
  • Average snowfall in September: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in September
Rockyford, SD

Average snowfall days in September - Rockyford, SD
  • Average snowfall days in September: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Rockyford, SD

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - Rockyford, SD
  • Average daylight in September: 12h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in September
Rockyford, SD

Average sunshine days in September - Rockyford, SD
  • Average sunshine days in September: 22.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).

Average UV index in September
Rockyford, SD

Average UV index in September - Rockyford, SD
  • Average UV index in September: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in September
Rockyford, SD

Average cloud cover in September - Rockyford, SD
  • Average cloud cover in September: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in September
Rockyford, SD

Average visibility in September - Rockyford, SD
  • Average visibility in September: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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